W. Va. Code R. § 69-12-9

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 69-12-9 - Life Safety Policies and Procedures
9.1. All OBMAT program facilities must meet all other requirements of applicable federal or state regulatory or oversight agencies.
9.2. Life Safety Policies and Procedures.
9.2.1. Each OBMAT program shall develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures regarding the appropriate and safe administration of medical treatment. The policies and procedures shall:
9.2.1.a. Establish a current emergency plan in case the program must be closed temporarily, including how patients will be informed of these emergency arrangements; and
9.2.1.b. Ensure that there is appropriately trained staff on duty at all times who are proficient in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and reversal of opiate overdose.
9.3. Each OBMAT program shall develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures regarding safe and effective access to the facility and staff. The policies and procedures shall:
9.3.1. Provide 24-hour, seven day-per-week access to information so that patient emergencies may be immediately addressed;
9.3.2. Require the program to display in facility offices and waiting areas the names and telephone numbers of individuals or agencies who should be contacted in case of an emergency;
9.3.3. Include an up-to-date disaster plan that specifies emergency evacuation procedures, fire drills and maintenance of fire extinguishers; and
9.3.4. Address safety and security issues for patients and staff, including training staff to handle physical or verbal threats, acts of violence, inappropriate behavior, or other escalating and potentially dangerous situations, with emphasis on when security guards or police need to be summoned.

W. Va. Code R. § 69-12-9